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My Story

The year was 2008 during The Great Recession. Each morning I walked into the Trulaske College of Business at the University of Missouri, I found myself captivated by the United States economy. My studies in Finance and my minor in Real Estate quickly revealed my career calling—to serve people by helping them seek to achieve financial confidence and stability. In a world shaken by uncertainty, I felt a responsibility to guide others toward confidence and clarity in their financial lives.

Believing that people dedicate their careers for the betterment of themselves and their loved ones, I set out to become an asset to individuals and families in all aspects of personal finance and growth. Alongside my business partner and best friend, Spencer Schoch, I co-founded Thompson Schoch Financial Advisors (TSFA) with a steadfast mission: to bring financial innovation, proactive strategies, and genuine care to the people we serve.

Over the past 15 years, we have been blessed with relationships—personal, professional, and spiritual—that have profoundly shaped our journey. One of the most pivotal moments for TSFA was when Abby Marquart joined our team as Chief Operations Officer. Her leadership and dedication made her the rock of our organization. In 2024, we welcomed Hayden Jansen as Client Relationship Director and Financial Paraplanner, further strengthening our team. I often say how grateful I am to work alongside my best friends—we love what we do and who we do it for.

But my path wasn’t without challenges. On Thanksgiving Day in 2013, I asked the love of my life, Carter Vieira, to marry me. She said “yes,” and we joyfully began planning our wedding. Soon after, however, I faced a life-changing battle: in early 2014, I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin’s Lymphoma at Siteman Cancer Center in St. Louis. My one goal was clear—make it to the altar in 2015. By God’s grace and with the support of family, friends, and treatment, I did. Today, I am healthy, happy, and immeasurably blessed.

Carter and I now share a full and beautiful life with our daughters. In 2018, we welcomed Livingston “Liv” James Thompson, who loves our “daddy-daughter date nights” (with Shirley Temples, of course) and spontaneous dance parties when I get home. In 2022, we welcomed Vieira “V” Grace Thompson, whose big personality keeps us all laughing. Most mornings begin with a shared breakfast bowl, cheersing spoons before taking on the day. I am surrounded by strong, amazing women—and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

My passion and drive were instilled in me by my parents, John and Marcia Thompson, who taught me the value of hard work, faith, and service. My sister, Emily, continues to inspire me in every aspect of life.

Outside of my professional work, I am grateful to serve as Chairman of the Notre Dame Regional High School Foundation Board, and as an advocate and board member for Men of Courage: Together We End Sexual Violence and Assault. Carter and I believe deeply in blessing our communities with our time, talent, and treasure.

Cheers to health, prosperity, and the journey ahead.

With more than a decade of experience in financial planning, Spencer is passionate about helping clients clarify their goals and build tailored strategies to achieve success. Alongside his business partner, JP Thompson, & Chief of Operations, Abby Marquart, he believes that having a dedicated financial team is essential. From day one, every client relationship is built on a true team-based approach.

Spencer is committed to staying forward-looking—continually researching and implementing the best investment management strategies aligned with each client’s unique risk tolerance. He takes pride in developing strong relationships and understanding what matters most to every client he serves.

A graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, TN, with a Bachelor of Business Administration, Spencer later moved back home to Cape Girardeau, MO, where he and JP joined together with their firm, Thompson Schoch Financial Advisors.

Outside the office, Spencer thoroughly enjoys family time with his wife, Alicia, and their two children, Lyla Grace (7) and Mason (5), along with their goldendoodle, Nash. He is an avid golfer and also enjoys snow skiing in Colorado, where his parents reside.

Abby Marquart was born and raised in Jackson, Missouri and has been involved in the financial industry for her entire professional career. She graduated college at Northwest Missouri State University and immediately knew helping clients along their financial journey was a true passion of hers.

She joined JP Thompson and Spencer Schoch in the beginning of the pandemic and government shutdown, March 2020 as Thompson Schoch’s Financial Advisor’s Client Director where she constantly focuses on monitoring customer satisfaction and strives to maintain the family-oriented atmosphere our firm is built around.

Abby and her husband, Richard married in Jackson, Missouri and have one daughter named Kennedy who attends St. Vincent De Paul Catholic School and is on a traveling soccer team, which takes Abby and her family to St. Louis most weekends during the Spring and Fall. The Marquart’s also have one Golden Retriever, Piper (however, if it were up to Abby-she would have five more!)

In Abby’s free time she enjoys spending her time with her family, her friends, and enjoys traveling. She is a licensed life and health insurance agent, a member of the St. Vincent Parish, Cape Chamber of Commerce as well as a member of the Cape Girardeau Country Club. She loves going to all sporting events but her favorite are her trips to Mizzou Arena!

With Hayden recently graduating from Southeast Missouri State University with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree in Finance, he was very excited to further his passion within the financial industry by joining Thompson Schoch Financial Advisors in the summer of 2024. The whole firm was elated with the addition of Hayden to the Thompson Schoch Financial team where he is fulfilling vital role as a Client Relationship Manager. When asked about his biggest strength in this position, Hayden stated that he loves to combine his knowledge and personality to create a welcoming and positive experience to all clients.

Hayden is native to Southeast Missouri where he was born and raised in Jackson, MO. Hayden graduated from Notre Dame Regional High School where in his senior year, was awarded the very prestigious Bulldog Award in which both his academic and athletic careers were celebrated. He is also a parishioner at Immaculate Conception church and continues to give back to his church and Notre Dame in various ways.

Family is extremely important to Hayden and he sincerely enjoys visiting his brother and sister in Nashville, TN & Charlotte, NC. Hayden is an avid sports fan and likes to keep the team up to date on every sports league you can think of, whether they like it or not! In his free time, his favorite hobby is to play golf with his friends, mainly at Kimbeland Country Club in Jackson. Finally, Hayden is fond of travelling, but he is always happy to return to his proud home here in Southeast Missouri.